Payroll Accountant

Posted 17 February 2025
Salary$40 - 45 + super per hour
LocationNew South Wales
Job type Temporary
DisciplineAccounting & Finance
ReferenceBH-15987

Job description

Payroll Accountant 
6 month contract with the view to go permanent 
Great CBD location - hybrid working arrangements! 

Description 

One of our clients is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant on a 6 months contract to manage the payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, and accounting principles.

Benefits:
  • Great location near public transport 
  • Hybrid working arrangements - 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home
  • Close knit friendly team 
  • Great opportunity to learn in a fast paced enviroment 

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee employee paychecks
  • Calculate net salaries considering deductions and withholdings
  • Ensure payroll and tax documents are accurate
  • Update general ledger and payroll files
  • Prepare accounting files, records, and schedules
  • Monitor paid and unpaid leaves
  • Process overtime earnings or holiday deductions
  • Resolve payroll problems (e.g. overlooked bank holidays, late payments, etc.)
  • Answer employee questions concerning payroll
  • Participate in payroll audits
  • Ensure compliance with governmental laws on payroll accounting and taxes

If you are interested, please apply!